Realme Neo8 vs Redmi Note 10
The Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678; launch prices were $429 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 42/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 510,711); the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo8
Redmi Note 10
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $429
- Better portability (68/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo8 vs the Redmi Note 10, the Realme Neo8 scores 35 points higher (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Realme Neo8 — 80/100, Redmi Note 10 — 44/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (68/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo8 | Redmi Note 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | |
| AnTuTu | 3222272 | 510711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 714 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 1577 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo8 and Redmi Note 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Redmi Note 10 by 530.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $229. Redmi Note 10 was $229 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (56/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (71/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (68/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 10?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 35 points (77/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo8 and the Redmi Note 10?
The Realme Neo8 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 10 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 10?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo8 or the Redmi Note 10?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo8 over the Redmi Note 10?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.